Polity Lethal Intersections: Race, Gender, and Violence Book

Understand the complex connections between systemic violence and social identity with Lethal Intersections: Race, Gender, and Violence. In this essential work, world-renowned sociologist Patricia Hill Collins examines how incidents like school shootings, police misconduct, and sexual assault are not isolated events but are linked to broader power structures. This book provides a deep look into how violence affects individuals differently based on their class, sexuality, nationality, and ethnicity. Collins introduces the concept of lethal intersections to explain how overlapping forms of oppression combine to create specific patterns of harm. By studying these invisible workings of power, readers gain a clearer understanding of why certain groups face higher risks of extreme harm. Whether you are a student of political science, a sociology professional, or a reader interested in social justice, this book offers a necessary framework for analyzing contemporary violence. It moves beyond surface-level news coverage to explore the deep-seated social forces that drive violent practices in modern society.